Kim Eui-sung's Secret to a 15-Year Relationship Revealed on 'My Little Old Boy'? "I Just Play Dead and Stay Still..." (The Taxi Driver Cast's Unbreakable Chemistry)
In today's chaotic world, staying in a relationship with one person for 15 years is quite impressive. Even more so when that person is an actor who has been through two divorces. On tonight's (15th) episode of the entertainment program
"When you get married, you'll be the officiant..." What was Kim Eui-sung's response to Lee Je-hoon's blunt remark?
Kim Eui-sung is the reliable CEO of Rainbow Transport in the drama and, in real life, a senior who genuinely cares for his juniors. On this day's broadcast, Lee Je-hoon started by saying to Bae Yoo-ram, "Yoo-ram needs to find a partner soon," and then jokingly added, "But hyung (Eui-sung) is also in a hurry," causing laughter in the studio. Lee Je-hoon then threw a playful jab at Kim Eui-sung, saying, "Later, when (Bae Yoo-ram) gets married, you'll have to be the officiant."
As all eyes turned to him, Kim Eui-sung calmly dropped a bombshell. "But I've been divorced twice..." A moment of silence followed, then erupted into laughter. With that one line, he perfectly showcased the charm of 'human Kim Eui-sung,' capturing life's joys and sorrows. But it wasn't just a simple gag. He honestly confessed that despite the pain of two failed marriages, he has been in a serious relationship with his current partner for 15 years.
Twice-divorced Kim Eui-sung reveals #15-Year Relationship #Girlfriend 2 Years Younger #Secret to Long-Term Romance
Kim Eui-sung personally revealed that his girlfriend is two years his junior and a non-celebrity. He surprised everyone by saying, "I met my girlfriend when I was the same age as Lee Je-hoon is now." That means they've been together for well over a decade. When Bae Yoo-ram asked, "What's the secret to such a long relationship?" he paused for a moment, took a sip of water, and then joked around.
"Well... the secret might be 'just play dead and stay still.' You just have to endure somehow."
Hidden within his witty joke was a deep trust and affection for the partner who has stayed by his side for so long. Speaking about relationships in middle age, he said, "When you meet someone later in life, you both already know that the little things aren't worth fighting over. The kind of exhausting emotional fights you have when you're young just decrease," resonating deeply with viewers who have similar experiences.
"It's inconvenient when you're sick"... Why he doesn't want to marry vs. his changing views on marriage
He also honestly opened up about why, despite being in a relationship for 15 years, they haven't become legally married. Kim Eui-sung confessed, "We actually fought about not getting married. My girlfriend wanted to build a good family," revealing their clear difference in立场.
However, over time, his perspective has gradually started to shift. He honestly shared, "As you get older, certain needs start to arise. Things can become inconvenient when you're sick or something, so I've been thinking about (legally registering the marriage)." Although he was skeptical about the institution of marriage after two failures, he's now considering his responsibility towards his life partner and the practical necessities that come with age.
'Taxi Driver' Cast's Unbreakable Chemistry, Including Season 3 Behind-the-Scenes
Beyond the relationship talk, the episode highlighted the incredible chemistry of the 'Taxi Driver' team. The actors shared episodes that have accumulated while working together on Season 3.
- Lee Je-hoon brought the house down with explosive remarks like, "I'm also in a hurry to get married," and "If celebrity 'Transit Love' isn't an option, let's all go on 'I Am Solo' (a dating show)."
- Pyo Ye-jin, Jang Hyuk-jin, and others showcased their unchanged chemistry even after a long time, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the drama filming.
- In particular, Kim Eui-sung hinted at a new side to CEO Jang Sung-chul in Season 3, raising viewers' expectations. In a recent interview with a media outlet, he confidently stated, "The final episode of Season 3 will be something no one can imagine."
Debuting as a theater actor in 1987 with a unique background of graduating from Seoul National University's Business Administration department, Kim Eui-sung is a representative 'ten-million actor' of Korea, having shone in numerous works including 'Train to Busan', 'W', '1987', 'Extreme Job', and '12.12: The Day'. On screen, he's a 'chameleon' who handles everything from villains to figures of authority, but today on
Kim Eui-sung, now contemplating marriage after a 15-year long-term relationship. What will his choice be, and what new stories will CEO Jang Sung-chul bring us in 'Taxi Driver 3'? All eyes are on what's to come.